YELLOWKNIFE (May 7, 2015) – NWT Premier Bob McLeod would like to congratulate Alberta Premier-designate Rachel Notley on her win this week in the provincial elections.

“The Northwest Territories and Alberta share many close ties and common interests,” said Premier McLeod. “Ms. Notley’s interest in sustainable growth and economic diversification aligns with our own and I look forward to working with her to advance the shared interests of Albertans and Northwest Territories residents. I wish her all the best as she prepares for her new role as Premier and look forward to continuing our jurisdictions’ ongoing work to create prosperity and opportunities for our people and for Canada.

“I want to thank former Premier Jim Prentice for all the work we did together as governments, including the recent signing of a transboundary water management agreement.  I wish him all the best in future endeavors.”

Media inquiries:

Roya Grinsted
Cabinet Communications
Government of the NWT
Tel: 867-669-2308
Email: roya_grinsted@gov.nt.ca